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,0) Stormwatch THE FLYING JAYHAWKS AND ALUMNI HOLIDAYS PRESENT CRUISE THE PASSAGE OF PETER THE GREAT AUGUST 1 - AUGUST 14, 1991 Now, for the first time ever, you can follow in the historic pathways of Peter the Great, the powerful Russian czar, as you cruise from Leningrad, Peter's celebrated capital and "window on the West," all the way to Moscow ... on the waterways previously accessible only to Russians. See the country as Peter saw it, with its many treasures still beautifully preserved and its stunning scenery virtually untouched. Come join us as we explore the Soviet Union's bountiful treas- ures and traditions amidst today's "glasnost" and spirit of goodwill. From $3,295 per person from Chicago based on double occupancy CRUISE GERMANY'S MAGNIFICENT EAST ON THE ELBE JULY 27 - AUGUST 8, 1991 A new era unfolds... a country unites ... transition is underway in the East ... Germany's other great river, The Elbe, beckons for the first time in 45 years! Be a part of history! This landmark cruise is a vision that has taken years to realize. Reflected in the mighty Elbe's tranquil waters are some of the most magnificent treasures of the world: renaissance palaces, spired cathedrals, ancient castles... all set amidst scenery so beautiful it will take your breath away! Add to this remarkable cruise, visits to two of Germany's favorite cities, Hamburg and Berlin, and the "Golden City" of Prague, and you have a trip like none ever offered before. From $3,795 per person from Chicago based on double occupancy LA BELLE FRANCE JUNE 30-JULY 12, 1991 There is simply no better way to describe this remarkable melange of culture and charm, gastronomy and joie de vivre. This is La Belle France ... a garden of diverse delights just waiting to be discovered. This exclusive itinerary on the sister ships M/S Normandie and M/S Arlene weaves a tranquil path on the storied Rivers Seine and Saone through the heart of France, presenting you with an unusual perspective of two of her most intriguing provinces - Normandy and Burgundy. You'll also experience the special esprit of two of Europe's most dazzling cities. Incomparable Paris, the "city of light" ... and Geneve, Switzerland's cosmopolitan beauty, an international city with a French ambiance all its own. From $3,995 per person from Chicago based on double occupancy. Port taxes an additional $58.00 per person. For further information, please contact: The University of Kansas Alumni Association 1266 Oread Avenue, Lawrence, Kansas 66045, Phone: (913) 864-4760. Departments Summer sons First Word 4 Baseball campers learn that Dave Bingham knows best. Lift the chorus s H On the Boulevard G H Jayhawk Walk 7 Hilltopics IO War counsel Campaign 13 Middle East experts analyze Sports 14 causes of the war and effects Association 32 on the region's future. Class Notes 34 In Memory 2.O 42 Schoolwork 44 Quick Study 46 • Invitation to the dance Before choreographer Bill T. Jones brought his new work IK ^m to the Hill, the University helped 1 f prepare audiences for 1 r his message. On the cover. Students demonstrate their loyalty to the troops—and mourn the first Kansan to fall in battle. MABCH/APRII 1991 VOL. 89 ISO. 5 KANSAS ALUMNI MAGAZINE Established in 1902 as The Graduate Magazine Fred B. Williams, Publisher Jennifer Jackson Sanner, j'81, Editor Bill Woodard, j'85, Assistant Editor Jerri Nicbaum, j'88, Staff Writer Christine Mercer, Art Director Karen Goodell, Editorial Assistant Wally Emerson, j'76, Photographer political science, she places the gulf crisis in historical context gleaned from her years of study of religion, the Arab-Israeli conflict KANSAS ALUM and U.S. foreign policy toward the Middle East. We're grateful for her contribution. ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS A different kind of turmoil haunts choreographer Bill T. Jones. The victim of President Sue Harper Ice, d'56,Newton Sick Gerner prejudice, he has portrayed his pain—and John H. Robinson, e'49 Michael T. McCoy, e'72. m'75, Topeka his hope for the banishment of hatred—in a Shawnee Mission Ihe United States fought and won a war provocative dance production, "The Last Executive Vice President Directors to July 1993 before we could finish this magazine. Supper at Uncle Tom's Cabin/The Promised- Glee S Smith Jr., c'43, l'47 Jerry M. Nossaman, d'6o, Larned Lawrence Bombs pummeled Baghdad on the first day Land." Jacqueline Davis, director of KU's Sandra Garver Remsberg, '59, of classes; the allies liberated Kuwait City New Directions, Chamber Music and Con- Executive Committee Wichita before Spring Break. While real life plodded cert series, was moved by the work and John H. Robinson, e'49, Virginia Child Shackelford, c'58. Shawnee Mission, chairman Prairie Village along, history was made in a flash. wanted the Lawrence community to see it. John C Dicus, b'55, But six weeks didn't race by. The war But first she had to prepare the way. Lynn Topeka Directors to July 1994 Bretz explains how Davis spread the word John F. Kane, e'56, Daniel P. Bolen, c'8i, stretched each day to intolerable lengths. Bartlesville, Okla. Alexandria, Va. It interrupted conversations. It showed up and describes the reactions to the Feb. 5 GleeS. Smith Jr., c'4j, I47 Larry J. Borden, b'62, g'67, at breakfast and stayed through dinner. performance of "The Last Supper" in Hoch Larned Colorado Springs. Colo. Marvin R. Motley, c'77, l'8o, g'8t, Auditorium. DeanellReeceTacha, c'68, When it marched onto campus, it barged Lawrence Overland Park into Kansas Alumni. We couldn't keep it out. Chester B. Vanatta, b'59, g'63, Students from Persian Gulf nations wor- The drama of baseball is part of the fun Lawrence Directors to July 1995 R. Bruce Patty, a'58 ried for family members and friends back for fans like S.M.W. Bass, who can't get Area Vice Presidents Fairway home. Some wondered whether the vio- enough of the game. She spent two weeks Paul A. Borel, e'34, Bette Jo Jones Roberts, c'50 Garden City last summer following Coach Dave Bingham Great Falls, Va. lence could reach Lawrence. Other students Linda S. Ellis, e'79 F.R. Talbott, c'63, g'65 and faculty members left school for soldier- as he guided youngsters through his base- Houston, Texas Darien, Conn. ing. Those who stayed behind battled their ball camp. Her observations tell much about Donnan Stephenson, b'41,148, Santa Fe, N.M. Honorary Members fears and found solace in various campus how little boys and big boys play—and how James C. Trombold, c'58, m'62, E. Laurence Chalmers Jr., groups that tried to sort out messy issues. they cope when play becomes hard work. Mercer Island, Wash. San Antonio, Texas Jerri Niebaum and Bill Woodard sorted Archie R. Dykes, H'77, Directors to July 1991 Nashville, Tenn. the activities into vignettes that describe Kansas Alumni has never claimed to Janet Gorman Hoven, j'78, Jack- Deane W. Malott, c'21, the past few eventful weeks on Mount provide all the answers. But we can share sonville, Fla. Ithaca, N.Y. Franklin D. Murphy, c'36, some you've been waiting for. On page 5, Donald A. Johnston, b'56, l'66. Oread. Their accounts accompany two Lawrence Beverly Hills, Calif. essays that analyze the reasons for war and you'll find the choice tidbits of KU history John H. Robinson, e'49, Raymond F. Nichols, c'26, g'28, the options for the United States now that that teased you in "Rock Chalk Review" Shawnee Mission Lawrence W. Clarke Wescoe, H41, '64, '69, '79, the shooting has stopped. [January/February 1991], Thanks to all those Directors to July 1992 Spicer, Minn. The first is by Gary Sick, c'57. A scholar, who took the quiz; we received entries from William P. Bunyan 111, c'6i, Dodge writer, former soldier and adviser to three Jayhawks in several states, including Flori- City U.S. presidents, Sick was the best reason to da, California, New York, Tennessee and choose the NBC Nightly News or the Mac- Illinois. The winners, however, live closer Fred B. Williams, Executive Director and Secretary John Sanders. Finance Director and Treasurer Neil/Lehrer NewsHour for daily war reports. to home. Kevin Carroll, Adams Center General Manager As an analyst on those programs, he Elon Torrence, j'39, Topeka, took first- Pat Head, Kansas City Office Director Kay Henry, Administrative and Personnel Services Director pierced the haze of statistics and conjecture place and the Seiko University-seal watch. Jeff Johnson, External Affairs and Membership to clearly present his views. He graciously He knew 99 answers for a score of 79 per- Development Director agreed to do the same for Kansas Alumni. cent (we graded on a curve). Nancy Tade Nancy Peine, Alumni Records Director Donna Neuner, 76. Membership Services Director Sick explains U.S. policy maneuvers Stoppel, d'73, Washington, Kan., and Sheri B.J. O'Neal Pattee, c'46, Special Projects and Member Assistance Director before the war and outlines the steps that Pierce Williams, s'74, Topeka, both made 96 Judy Ruedlinger, Student Programs Director could lead the region to the one outcome correct choices for scores of 76 percent. But Jennifer Jackson Sanner, j'81. Communications Director that, in his opinion, would justify the con- Stoppel's entry arrived two weeks before flict. Williams', so she received the personalized Kansas Alumni (ISSN 0745-3145) is published by the Alumni Association of the University of Kansas six times a year in February, April, June, Another scholar on the Middle East, Jayhawk paperweight.